rbranch

CLI tool built to simplify Git branches.

Overview

What is rbranch?

rbranch is a CLI tool built with Go and Bubble Tea designed to simplify your Git workflow. If you’re tired of typing long and cumbersome branch names, rbranch can help. With just a few commands and flags, you can effortlessly perform common Git branch operations and streamline your development process.

Why Use rbranch?

Typing long branch names, searching through inactive branches, and managing Git operations can be tedious. rbranch is designed for developers who want a faster, cleaner way to interact with Git branches—no need to memorize lengthy commands or switch between GUIs and terminals.

Key Features

• Checkout branches: Easily switch to another branch without typing its full name.
• Delete branches: Safely cleanup unused local branches.
• Copy branch names: Save time ny instantly copying an entire branch name to your clipboard.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

Ensure you have the following prerequisites installed on your system. You can verify each installation by running the provided commands in your terminal.

1. Go is required for the application. Check if Go is installed by running:

   go version
   

Installation

1. Install project dependencies:

   go mod tidy
   

2. Build the application:

   go build
   

3. Install the executable:

   sudo mv rbranch /usr/local/bin
   

Usage

Checkout a Branch

To checkout a branch from your current Git repository, simply run:

rbranch

This will present a list of available branches for you to choose from.

Copy a Branch

To copy a branch name to your clipboard, use the following command:

rbranch -c

You’ll be prompted to select a branch, and its name will be copied to your clipboard.

Delete a Branch

To delete a branch, run:

rbranch -d

You will be prompted to select a branch from the available options for deletion.